Comparison

ApSmart vs Source Files

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ApSmart

Features
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[Features] User Management - Signup/Signin using email id. - Forgot/reset password support. - Signing out. Provisioning - Uses ESPProvision library for provisioning. - Automatically connects to device using QR code. - Can choose manual flow if QR code is not present. - Shows list of available Wi-Fi networks. - Performs the User-Node association workflow. Manage - List all devices associated with a user. - Shows node and device details. - Capability to remove node of a user. - Shows online/offline status of nodes. Control - Shows all static and configurable parameters of a device. - Adapt UI according to the parameter type like toggle for power, slider for brightness. Node Sharing - Node Sharing allows a user to share nodes with other registered users and allow them to monitor and control these nodes. List of operations that are supported in node sharing : For primary users: - Share nodes. - View pending requests. - Cancel a pending request, if required. - Remove node sharing. For secondary users: - View pending requests. - Accept/decline pending requests. [Permission requests] - Bluetooth Relevant Usage - Camera Usage - Location Relevant Usage - Local Network Usage - WiFi Relevant Usage

About

Source Files

Access GitHub, Gitea, GitLab, and BitBucket directly from your file manager without cloning. Edit large repositories in seconds using REST APIs, with support for automation and file uploads. Offers a free tier for single servers and a Pro Unlock for multiple servers.

Highlights
  • Direct file access via Finder/Files app
  • Edit files in favorite apps
  • REST API for fast access
  • Supports GitHub, GitLab, Gitea, BitBucket
  • Shortcuts automation support
  • File uploads via services menu
Features
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Source Files is a faster way to access GitHub, Gitea, GitLab and BitBucket from the Finder and Files app without having to clone repositories or commit changes. Using REST APIs instead of the traditional Git protocol you will be editing files in even the largest repositories in seconds: • Drag a repository URL to the Files app • Browse the directory that immediately appears • Open and Edit files in your favorite app Source Files is file oriented and making edits to 3 different files will result in 3 commits. It is possible to configure the app to work in a branch where a messy commit history is acceptable and merge changes back using pull requests. Consider using traditional Git clients like Working Copy or Tower for projects that need a tidy commit history in all branches. There is rich support for automation with Shortcuts actions to List, Download, Upload and Move files. Uploading files from the Mac services menu and share sheet is supported and very fast as target directories are remembered for different file types. The app is free to use with a single server. A Pro Unlock is required for multiple servers, available as a one-time purchase or a monthly subscription, with access shared across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. A one-week free trial allows users to evaluate Pro features before purchase. Source Files is restricted by GitHub, GitLab and BitBucket API quotas that depend on your account privileges.

Screenshots

ApSmart4 screens
Source Files4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ApSmart at none against Source Files's 3. ApSmart also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.2). Source Files's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 20 months) and chart position (#70 vs unranked). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Source Files sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. ApSmart asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ApSmart ships an update every 20 months, Source Files weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
ApSmart versus Source Files: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterApSmartSource Files
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (30 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—30 — better
Update frequencyEvery 20 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#70 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developeramazipoint Technology Ltd.Anders Borum ApS

In-app purchases

None

ApSmart

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Source Files

Subscriptions1
  • Source Files Monthly7 Days trial$2.491 Month
One-time2
  • Lifetime Source Pro$23.99
  • Lifetime Source Pro$24.99

Questions

Is ApSmart free?
ApSmart is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Source Files free?
Source Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ApSmart or Source Files have ads?
Neither ApSmart nor Source Files shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ApSmart or Source Files?
ApSmart ships an update every 20 months, and Source Files weekly. Most recently, ApSmart was updated on September 22, 2026 and Source Files on October 7, 2026.

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